Kawasaki Vulcan 2000 suspension setup and specs

Kawasaki Vulcan 2000, 2004 to 2010: adjustable rear preload and rebound, 681 mm (26.8 in) seat height, 150 mm of front suspension travel.

Model years covered: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Kawasaki.

2004–2010 Kawasaki Vulcan 2000
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Kawasaki Vulcan 2000

2004–2010 · cruiser · 2053 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Front reboundNot adjustable
Front compressionNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable
Rear compressionNot adjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel150 mm (5.9 in)
Rear suspension travel99 mm (3.9 in)
Fork diameter49 mm (1.9 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire150/80-16
Rear tire200/60-16

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1735 mm (68.3 in)
Rake32°
Trail183 mm (7.2 in)
Seat height681 mm (26.8 in)
Front brakeDual discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear brakeSingle disc

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